On October 20, 2023, the highly anticipated 2024 Cross-Strait (Xiamen) Children’s Arts Festival took place at the Artistic Center of Huashang Xiping Bilingual School in Xiamen.
The event kicked off to the joyful sounds of music, with young performers from both sides of the Strait dazzling the audience in their vibrant and unique costumes. A variety of acts, including songs, dances, and instrumental performances, entertained the crowd, showcasing a spectacular blend of talent.
The children expressed their love for life through their lively dance moves, beautiful singing, and exceptional skills, presenting a visual and auditory feast brimming with childlike innocence and joy. Notably, young performers from Taiwan, including Lin Yingzhen, Zhang Yuchen, and Xue Guanjun, delivered a compelling performance of Minnan songs, which elevated the event’s atmosphere to new heights.
Youngsters from Xiamen, Quanzhou, and Zhangzhou also contributed to the show with engaging performances, including songs, line dancing, rumba, and violin ensembles, winning applause and admiration from the audience.
This event was organized by Chen Fei (Xiamen) Cultural Media Co., Ltd., with Huashang Xiping Bilingual School assisting in the execution. It was also part of a project funded by Xiamen’s cultural development special funds.
The organizers emphasized that the “2024 Cross-Strait (Xiamen) Children’s Arts Festival” not only provided a platform for children to showcase their talents but also fostered mutual understanding and communication between young people from both sides. Through this event, the children forged friendships and happiness while gaining a deeper appreciation for their shared roots and connections, strengthening the bonds between them.
Chen Fei, the event’s executive producer and director, expressed his hopes for such cultural exchanges to enhance grassroots collaboration in the arts between the two sides of the Strait. He also pledged to continue organizing more similar events in the future, allowing even more children from both regions to come together and celebrate and promote the rich heritage of Chinese traditional culture.
